The Planning Commission approved Variance 25‑01 to permit three deviations from development standards for a single‑family corner lot: a side‑street setback reduction (15′ required down to 5′), a driveway‑depth reduction (24′ required down to 5′), and increased lot coverage (35% up to 43.3%).

Gabriela Sosa, presenting the item, said the lot measures approximately 4,285 square feet with a narrow width that prevents compliance with standard dimensions for the residential‑suburban zone; staff recommended approval, concluding that allowing the deviations would rehabilitate a vacant, blighted lot and be compatible with surrounding bungalows. Commissioners asked questions about driveway safety, automatic gate operation, and whether adding a second story had been considered; the applicant said a two‑story option had not been pursued, likely for cost and neighborhood‑compatibility reasons.

After discussion about car overhang onto a busy West 6th Street and the proposed gate operation, the commission moved and seconded the staff recommendation and approved the variance on a 6–2 vote. Staff will incorporate conditions to mitigate driveway/traffic concerns in final permit documents.